1998 Frankland Estate Olmo’s Reward Frankland River, Western Australia
G 87
Medium crimson. Tobacco, cassis, black olive bush garrigue aromas with menthol/ balsamic notes. Advanced tobacco, black olive tapenade, amontillado flavours, fine chalky/hint sappy textures and fine long acidity. Cedary finish. Just holding on. Very crumbly cork. Not in the best of condition. 49% merlot, 43% cabernet franc, 4% malbec, 3% cabernet sauvignon, 2% petit verdot blend. Drink now. 12.6% alc
1994 Frankland Estate Olmo’s Reward Frankland River, Western Australia
G 94
Medium deep crimson. Well-developed wax polish, dark chocolate, espresso, cassis aromas with hints of cedar/tobacco. Inky and complex with developed cedar, dark chocolate, blackcurrant fruits, fine grainy textures and fresh long acidity. Finishes firm with persistent tangy notes. Very attractive wine showing plenty of fruit sweetness and bottle age complexity. At its peak but should hold depending on the condition of the cork seal. 47% merlot, 34% cabernet franc, 10% cabernet sauvignon, 7% malbec, 2% petit verdot blend. Drink now–soon. 13.4% alc
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